2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 849 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Vaneo | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
